Tag: careers

Key qualities that can help you grow your career

Building a successful career involves more than having the right qualifications or technical skills. As workplaces continue to change, employers increasingly look for people who can communicate effectively, adapt to new situations, solve problems and continue learning. Also see: The digital hustle: How Mzansi’s creator economy is reshaping modern careers A report by the World Economic […]

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Your future is digital: How to start a career in tech

Technology is changing the way South Africans work, learn, communicate and do business. From banking and telecommunications to healthcare, retail, government and small businesses, digital technology has become an important part of the economy. Also see: How wearable technology can increase health anxiety For young South Africans considering a career in technology, this creates opportunities […]

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10 High-paying jobs that don’t require a university degree in South Africa

A university degree has long been seen as the traditional path to a successful career, but it’s no longer the only route to a well-paying job. Across South Africa, employers are increasingly placing greater value on practical skills, vocational training and industry-recognised certifications. Also see: Smart advice for graduates starting new jobs According to the […]

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Career paths that didn’t exist a decade ago

Advances in technology, shifts in consumer behaviour, and the rise of digital platforms have created entirely new career paths that were virtually unheard of just 10 years ago. Also see: Careers people are leaving behind in 2026 While traditional professions such as teaching, law and medicine remain important, today’s job market offers a growing number […]

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Careers people are leaving behind in 2026

In 2026, the global job market continues to shift as workers reassess long-term career paths in response to AI disruption, burnout, economic pressure, and changing workplace expectations. While some employees are ‘job-hugging’ and staying put for stability, others are actively leaving traditional careers in search of flexibility, purpose, and better work-life balance. Also see: Careers […]

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Careers in SA that don’t need university admission

Could not get a spot in university after passing Grade 12? Worry not, as not every career requires a university certificate. Many South Africans never attend university for reasons that range from financial constraints and insufficient grades, to simply not being interested in careers that require a degree. Reports by Statistics South Africa consistently show […]

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Career SOS: What is something you wish you knew earlier?

What would be the one piece of career advice you would tell to your younger self if you could travel back in time? We spend a great deal of our early professional years attempting to “get it right” (I am still in this phase, so I know it a little too well)—choosing the ideal path […]

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Career vloggers highlighting their job experiences on TikTok

It seems like most TikTokers have reached their ‘Grace Mondlana era’ by documenting their daily lives. This is notable in the various vlogs that are shared widely on TikTok, with many of them documenting their work-life showing how they spend their day at work. Grace is known for her aesthetically pleasing and influential content and […]

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Your ideal career according to your zodiac sign

Zodiac signs are very informative and a good guide for those who believe in them as they can help give them a sense of direction in life. For those who follow zodiac signs, astrologers Imani Quinn and Emily Ridout through Bustle.com share the following career choices as best for each zodiac sign. Capricorn (CEO) – Are […]

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